Whether you’re celebrating love, looking for love or ready to strangle cupid with his own arrow, there are plenty of nightlife options this weekend to celebrate matters of the heart. Here’s a look:

Valentine’s Day Massacre: Two nights at the Magic Bag are reserved for bleeding hearts with the Valentine’s Day Massacre weekend. Kicking it off is an evening of hard-hitting metal/rock with performances from Soldiers of Scrape, Cell Block Earth, Marjorie’s Cane and Face. Doors at 8 p.m. Friday, $8.

It wouldn’t be Valentine’s weekend in Detroit without a performance by Amy Gore & Her Valentines. The band will perform on a bill that includes the Muggs, the Hatchetmen and Audra Kubat at Saturday’s version of the massacre. Doors at 8 p.m. $10. The Magic Bag, 22920 Woodward, Ferndale. 248-544-3030.

Black Hearts Ball: In connection with its weekly Thirst Wave series, where new wave and retro alternative are the stars, Friday’s Black Hearts Ball at Small’s will feature DJsPleasure Kitten, Elektrosonik, Aaron Hingst and special guests DJs Mikey and Zumby spinning everything from Sisters of Mercy to David Bowie, Ministry and Duran Duran. Complimentary appetizers and Valentine’s treats will be featured, along with champagne, drink and beer specials. Doors at 9 p.m. Friday, 10339 Conant, Hamtramck. 313-873-1117. Free for ages 21 and older. $5 ages 18-20.

Valentine’s Day Traffic Light Party: Carefully plan your outfit for this party at the Bosco. Guests will wear red if they’re taken, yellow if it’s complicated and green if they’re single and ready to mingle. Beats provided by DJs Godfather and Gene. Doors at 10 p.m. Friday, 22930 Woodward, Ferndale. 248-541-8818.

Cupid Haters Ball: This party, designed to give Cupid the cold shoulder, wants you to celebrate being single. DJ Prezident will be on hand to provide the fun dance beats. Doors at 9 p.m. Friday Big League Brews, 20428 Ecorse, Taylor. 313-406-6931. No cover. Ages 21 and older.

Bloody Valentine #6: Woodruff’s in Ypsilanti hosts this Valentine’s Day rager, complete with music by Christpuncher and beats by DJ Ayinde Audio. Burlesque dancing, a drag show by Maxi Chanel, a kissing booth and collectibles vendor Rock ’n’ Rummage round out this devilish party set for Friday. Doors at 9 p.m. 36 E. Cross St. Ypsilanti. $5 for ages 21 and older, $7 ages 18-20.

The Heaven & Hell Hot Mess Burlesque: Dress to impress at this event designed for couples and singles. Music, comedy, poetry, spoken word, art, dancing and more are on tap at Simons After Dark. Doors at 9 p.m. Friday, 4936 Allen, Allen Park. 313-388-8808. $5 for ages 21 and older, $10 ages 18-20.

Rachel May, nightlife editor, is a member of local bands Broadzilla and Maxine Petrucci. Send local music news to her at rmay@freepress.com. Follow her on Facebook and Twitter: @rachelmay222